Besides, in a move aimed at keeping edible oil prices stable during the holy month of Ramadan, the government has approved separate proposals to procure 4.75 crore litres of edible oil, including soybean oil and rice bran oil. Under the decisions, the government will procure 1 crore litres of refined rice bran oil locally while 3.75 crore litres of soybean oil from international sources under direct purchase methods. Officials said the procurement would help maintain adequate supply in the domestic market and prevent price hikes during Ramadan, when consumption of edible oil increases sharply. Officials said the procurement would help ensure adequate supply while keeping prices within affordable levels. The lentils will be procured in 50-kg bags and distributed through government channels to stabilise the market and support low and middle-income consumers.

Source: Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha December 23, 2025 13:57 UTC